Community Ownership

Community ownership maximises the economic benefits of renewable energy schemes and generates funds for community benefit. Communities include those within a certain geographical area and people who share common values. Arrochar CHS will pay a donation to the local community each year (increasing with inflation) and any surplus profits after payment of share interest will be available for additional community benefit.

Benefits include:

A community benefit fund

Attractive financial return to members

Extended economic benefits for the local area

Educational support on environmental issues

Individual commitment to low carbon initiatives

Membership of a nationwide network of renewable energy Societies through Energy4All

As the number of dispersed, renewable energy schemes increase it is essential to engage the general public so they feel involved, consulted and supportive of the transition away from centralised fossil fuel and nuclear power stations. One of the most effective methods to engage people with projects is through ownership, where the benefits of development are received by both individuals and communities and are real and tangible.

Latest News

Our Scheme passed an important landmark with Electrical Engineers from SSE and contractors completing all the regulatory tests and protection measures for the generating equipment and the network on Friday, with a G59 certificate signed off by both parties. The scheme was powered down to allow final commissioning, concreting the pipeline Thrust block and other […]